IT Technology Support Specialist

The Glen Retirement

IT Technology Support Specialist

Shreveport, LA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    403(b)

    Paid Holidays on hire

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Schedule: Full-Time (Primarily Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; weekend and after-hours work may be required based on operational needs)

    Join Our Team at The Glen The Glen is seeking a skilled and customer-focused IT Technology Support Specialist to provide hands-on technical support across our organization. This role plays a critical part in ensuring our systems, devices, and technologies operate efficiently so our teams can focus on delivering exceptional service and care.

    If you enjoy problem-solving, supporting others, and working in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same, this may be the opportunity for you.

    Position Overview Under the direction of the Corporate Director of Information Technology, the IT Technology Support Specialist provides technical support for office systems, staff, residents, and all IT-related devices across the organization. This includes Microsoft Office 365 administration, user account management, device deployment, system updates, and support of communication and audio/video technologies.

    What You’ll Do

    Provide day-to-day technical support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, printers, and peripherals

    Administer Microsoft Office 365 (user setup, access management, troubleshooting)

    Create, modify, and deactivate user accounts in accordance with company security protocols

    Install, configure, update, and maintain operating systems and software applications

    Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and basic network-related issues

    Support phone systems, video conferencing platforms, A/V systems, cameras, and meeting room technology

    Configure and deploy new equipment, including imaging, setup, and testing

    Provide limited technical assistance to residents as appropriate

    Document issues, solutions, and procedures for continuous improvement

    Deliver exceptional customer service with prompt response and clear communication

    Stay current on emerging technologies and best practices

    What We’re Looking For

    Required Qualifications

    Proven experience in IT technical support or help desk roles

    Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 administration

    Experience supporting Windows and/or macOS operating systems

    Familiarity with iOS and Android mobile devices

    Ability to troubleshoot hardware, software, and connectivity issues

    Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills

    Preferred Qualifications

    Associate’s degree in Information Technology or related field

    Microsoft certification

    4+ years of help desk or IT support experience

    Experience with ticketing systems and IT documentation

    Knowledge of basic networking concepts and security best practices

    Skills & Competencies

    Customer-focused mindset

    Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

    Detail-oriented and proactive

    Adaptable and eager to learn new technologies

    Physical Requirements

    Ability to work in a high-energy, high-traffic environment

    Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and push/pull up to 90 lbs.

    Frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting